Japan vs Japan — 2020 vs 1991
| GR Yaris Circuit Pack | Aristo V300 Twin Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 261 hp | 280 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft | 333 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,618 cc | 2,997 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.2 sec | 5.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 143 mph | 155 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.6 sec | 13.2 sec |
| Weight | 2,822 lbs | 3,594 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,560 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Length | 3,995 mm | 4,805 mm |
| Original MSRP | $36,580 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $55,000 | $40,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 6/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2020 Toyota GR Yaris Circuit Pack brings lighter weight, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1991 Toyota Aristo V300 Twin Turbo answers with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Toyota has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 2020 Toyota GR Yaris Circuit Pack with the 1991 Toyota Aristo V300 Twin Turbo highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2020 Toyota GR Yaris Circuit Pack producing 261 hp and the 1991 Toyota Aristo V300 Twin Turbo delivering 280 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Toyota GR Yaris uses a Inline-3 DOHC Turbocharged displacing 1,618 cc, while the Toyota Aristo relies on a Inline-6 DOHC Twin-Turbocharged with 2,997 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1991 Toyota Aristo V300 Twin Turbo edges ahead at 5.0 seconds versus 5.2 seconds. The Toyota GR Yaris carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 772 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 2020 Toyota GR Yaris Circuit Pack commands a significant premium over the 1991 Toyota Aristo V300 Twin Turbo, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.